So nigh is grandeur to our dust, So near is God to man, When Duty whispers low, Thou must, The youth replies, I can.

I think no virtue goes with size; The reason of all cowardice Is, that men are overgrown, And, to be valiant, must come down To the titmouse dimension.

England's genius filled all measure Of heart and soul, of strength and pleasure, Gave to the mind its emperor, And life was larger than before: Nor sequent cen…

United States! the ages plead, - Present and Past in under-song, - Go put your creed into your deed, Nor speak with double tongue.

Action is the highest perfection and drawing forth of the utmost power, vigor, and activity of man's nature.

To do what ought to be done but what would not have been done unless I did it, I thought to be my duty.

Sir, I wish you to understand the true principles of the Government. I wish them carried out. I ask nothing more.